SPHERA® Gutter Installation Sequence
The Sphera® Gutter installation work must be done immediately after completion of fascia board installation. Check thoroughly that the fascia boards are level and straight. Always make sure that the fascia board used must be able to sustain the weight of rainwater at the eave. A bad fascia board can affect the performance of Sphera® Gutter and its appearance. Inspect and measure the level of fascia board.
Determine the most appropriate type of fastener to be used (screw or nail) that can provide sufficient holding force. Screw and nail used will depend on the type of fascia board used. (fibre board, wooden fascia or metal fascia).
Determine Spouthead / outlet position by ensuring that the Spouthead / outlet should be at the lowest point (horizontally) at all times. Install Spouthead Support Bracket if required (depends on the type of Spouthead / outlet used.
Gutter must be slopped at a gradient towards the Spouthead / outlet at all times for better discharge flow (approximately 12mm for every 6M of gutter run).
Install gutter bracket with spacing of 600mm center to center according to the pre-determined sloping gradient towards the Spouthead / outlet.
Measure the length of gutter required. Select the correct gutter length to minimize jointing. Sphera® Gutters are supplied in the standard length of 6M and 4M. Gutter can also be supplied in non-standard length subject to prior agreement with the factory.
Cut and solvent weld the gutter and fitting at floor level using Arensi Marley solvent cement 11. Make sure the cutting edge for jointing is burr free. The jointing surface must be dry and free from grease.
Leave the pre-assembled gutter and fitting till bonding takes place before installing it into the brackets on the fascia board.
For gutter run of 8M or more, gutter should be terminated at the appropriate area along it, preferably at the Spouthead / outlet to allow for thermal movements.
Completion - through check to make sure gutter run is properly seated within the Gutter Brackets to ensure functionality of Sphera® F370 Gutter. Ensure no debris or rubbish along the gutter run after completion.
